How far is Greenville, SC from Summerville, SC?
The driving distance from Greenville, SC to Summerville, SC is about 191.9 miles (308.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 179.5 miles (288.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 40m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 50m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Lexington County, South Carolina, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Greenville and Summerville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Greenville and Summerville.
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Start on North Church Street
151 m · 21 sec · North Church Street
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Turn left onto East North Street
2612 ft · 43 sec · East North Street
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Continue straight
10.5 mi · 13 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Golden Strip Freeway
31.6 mi · 35 min · Golden Strip Freeway
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Merge slight left
55.8 mi · 1 hr 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Charleston
90.9 mi · 1 hr 39 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 17 Alternate South: Summerville
1450 ft · 35 sec
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Turn straight onto North Main Street
2 mi · 3 min · North Main Street
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Turn left onto East Richardson Avenue
35 m · 5 sec · East Richardson Avenue
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Turn right
28 m · 7 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Greenville and Summerville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Charleston
Keep slight right to continue on Charleston
90.9 mi · 01h 39m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Greenville and Mostly Cloudy then Chance Rain Showers near Summerville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Greenville to Summerville?
The road trip is about 191.9 miles (308.8 km) and usually takes 02h 50m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Seven Oaks is a useful midpoint, sitting about 95.8 miles from Greenville and 96 miles from Summerville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 179.5 miles (288.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.4 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:50 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.82 one way or $53.63 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 60.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Greenville and Mostly Cloudy then Chance Rain Showers near Summerville.
Stop Ideas Near Seven Oaks
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Seven Oaks.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Greenville and Summerville. Straight-line distance: 179.52 mi (288.91 km).
#1 Greenville
The most populous city in Greenville County, South Carolina.
| Population | 72,227 |
| Coordinates | 34.8526200, -82.3940100 |
| Altitude | 307 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Summerville
Town in South Carolina, United States
| Population | 53,301 |
| Coordinates | 33.0185000, -80.1756500 |
| Altitude | 27 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Richardson Avenue (-80.1755, 33.018698)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 309 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 23m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $26.82 | $53.63 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $29.98 | $59.97 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $32.35 | $64.69 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $38.07 | $76.15 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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